About us

While working in home health care, she was recommended to get into massage therapy by a client who took notice of her natural talent for it. It was a match made in heaven and Zimberg has owned and operated Buffalo, NY’s Green Pastures Still Water, Massage Therapy and Spa ever since. 

When developing her business plan for GPSW, Zimberg wanted to incorporate several different philosophies and modalities on wellness; but moreover, she wanted her services to be available to everyone. The solution was the GPSW Wellness Center.

Education

New York Institute of Massage, Certificate, Massage Therapy, 2004 – 2005

Western Michigan University, 90 credits towards MS, PA, 1998 – 2000

Medaille College, BS, Liberal Studies, 1996 – 1998

• Activities and Societies: Adjunct Professor – Microbiology ’98, Peer Tutor – ’96-’98 – A&P, Micro, Genetics, Immunology

Erie Community College, NYS certified, EMT & EMT-I, 1985 – 1987

Daemen College, BS, Medical Technology, 1979 – 1983

• Activities and Societies: Women’s Basketball team – Most Improved Player 1979, Lauda Tau – Vice-President 1982

Honors & Awards

• 2010 JCI Senatorship #70600, NYS JCI, NYS Junior Chamber of Commerce
• 1995 State Pinnacle Award – Public Relations, US Junior Chamber of Commerce
• 1994 Frank J Castellano Memorial Ambassadorship #3217 US Junior Chamber of Commerce
• 1993 NYS Governor #122 Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Jaycees
• 1993 JC Penney Golden Rule Award – nomination received for Helping Hands of Greater Buffalo
• 1992 Outstanding Regional Director of the Year, NYS Junior Chamber of Commerce
• 1990 Outstanding Program Manager of the Year, US Junior Chamber of Commerce
• 1990 NYS Junior Chamber of Commerce – Jaycees/Schick Scholarship Fund Program

Cancellation and Missed Appointment Policy
We understand that plans change. We require 24 hours notice to cancel your appointment. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice will be charged half price.

Forms of Payment
We welcome and accept all major credit cards, Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, cash and checks. (There is a $20 fee for all returned checks). We also participate in IMS Barter Trade. Independent Health Flex Fit and Blue Cross Blue Shield Wellness Care are accepted.

Considerations
To ensure the ultimate experience for yourself and others, please turn off your cell phone or set it on vibrate; we also ask that all our guests please keep their voices down inside our facilities.

We suggest that you arrive 15 minutes early for all initial appointments. This allows time for any paperwork that needs to be filled out. If you are delayed, a phone call is appreciated and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Please keep in mind that a late arrival may affect the length of your treatment. If there is an appointment schedule immediately after your treatment, your treatment will end as scheduled and you will be financially responsible for the entirety of treatment time booked.

General Concerns

Please consult your doctor or healthcare professional should you have any concerns regarding health issues: diabetes, pregnancy, recent surgeries or any other physical ailments or medical conditions.

Pregnancy Concerns

Pampering the mom-to-be with a massage is such a great gift. The biggest question: are there times when massage during pregnancy should be avoided? Women with normal, low-risk pregnancies can benefit greatly from a massage. However, women in high-risk pregnancies should consult their doctor or midwife before beginning a massage therapy program.

When scheduling a pregnancy massage, please inform us that you are pregnant, so that we may prepare properly. You may want to avoid treatments using deep pressure and heat.

• First Trimester: relieves headaches, helps alleviate morning sickness, reduces fatigue.
• Second Trimester: alleviates backaches, relieves leg cramps.
• Third Trimester: reduces swelling/edema, enhances sleep and calms an active baby.